DECEMBER 2023
Johnson City Senior Center
510 Bert St, Johnson City, TN 37601 423-434-6237 (Senior Services Desk) 423-434-5749 (Recreational Services/Aquatics Desk) Monday-Friday 7 AM - 8 PM • Saturday 9 AM - 4 PM • Closed Sunday
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Center News
Foundation News
Welcome to the Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center.
The next event for the Foundation is the Spring Forward for Seniors. Seven weeks of giving for this project will start in January where you can donate household supplies to help in the cause. More information will be coming on how you can help. The senior foundation provides supplemental funding for our healthcare coordinator, Jeanne Clarke, RN; funds transportation for cultural activities outside of the Tri-Cities area; provides support through the center’s Fellowship program; and funds for the Spring Forward for seniors program.
If you are new to the center or had not been in the center for a while then don’t miss our “Try Us Out” event the first Thursday of each month at 9:00am. Meet staff, ask questions and tour the center. Please remember to sign in at one of the kiosks for the events and programs you are attending In the center. Visit us on the web at: https://www.johnsoncitytn.org/residents/senior_services_mission_vision.php Cover photo: Courtesy of Pamela Nagel
Congregate Meal FTHRA serves lunch Monday –Friday from 11:30 – 12:00. Please call 423-434-5723 for more information. The program is for the senior population 60+. If you wish to take a portion of the meal home with you, you will be responsible for bringing containers to place the food in and the transfer of the food. We look forward to serving you and we know that you will enjoy dining with your friends. Please reserve your meals by placing a checkmark in the first column on the reservation sheets located in the dining room. This must be done 48 hours in advance.
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Computer Classes Open Computer Lab (Ages 18+)
Members of the Center will be able to check out an Access card to the Computer Lab at the Senior Front Desk to gain entrance into the Lab from 8:00a-5:00p, Monday through Friday. Times/Availability subject to Change.
Digital Skills
Instructor: Lexi Hillman Cost: Free (Ages 50+)
Thursdays, December 14th 3:45-4:45pm These programs will cover basic computer skills, parts of a laptop, desktop, smart devices, security and scams. The programs will be provided by Goodwill Industries of Tenneva Area, Inc. Please Pre-register, limited space available.
Groups & Meetings Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study
Mondays at 2pm (Ages 50+) Come join us as we study God’s word together.
Men’s Bible Study
Thursdays at 8am (Ages 50+)
Come join us as we study the Bible together.
As the Page Turns (Book Club) Thursday December 7th 10am Loaner Books Provided (Ages 50+)
If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people, come join us. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. We will be discussing the previous month’s book and you will receive the book for the next month’s meeting.
Volunteer Meeting – Christmas Style
Monday, December 4th 10am Cost: Free
This is our monthly volunteer meeting. An activity is planned and light refreshments will be served. Interested in volunteering? Check us out!
New Age Wisdom Book Club
Saturday, December 9th 10:30am-12pm Cost: Free
This group discusses books on self-improvement, spirituality, mysticism, etc. Everyone is welcome to join the club and participate in our interactive discussions. Each member is responsible for buying their own books. For more information contact Michael S at newagewisdombookclub@gmail.com. Please remember to check in for the Book group. This months discussion will be about the book, “The Holographic Universe: The Revolutionary Theory of Reality” by Michael Talbot.
JCSC Seniors on the Go Christmas Reception
Tuesday, December 12th 4:00-5:30pm Location: Memorial Park Community Center Cost: Free (ages 50+)
JCSC Seniors on the Go invite travel friends new and experienced to a Christmas reception! Refreshments, fun and fellowship. This will replace the normal fourth Tuesday meeting due to holiday schedules. Pre-registration is required by Friday, December 8.
Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies- Grandparents and Relatives Raising Relative Children Monday December 4th 10am Cost: Free
Are you raising a grandchild or other relative? Need support, information or resources? Join us to share your experience, receive useful information, learn caregiving/child rearing tips, and gain emotional support during our Coffee & Conversation for GRANDfamilies.
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Lifelong Sports Indoor Pickleball Play Schedule Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday and Wednesday 7am -10am Courts #1, 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate Courts #2, 3 — Advanced
10am -1pm
Courts #1, 2 — Beginner Court #3 — Intermediate/Advanced Courts # 4, 5, 6 — Intermediate
Tuesday and Thursday 7am-11:30am
Courts #1 — Beginner Court #2 — Advanced Courts # 3, 4, 5, 6 – Intermediate
Paddle Up – All Levels – All Courts
Pickleball at Keystone Cost: free (Ages 18+) Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8am-12pm
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Doubles Table Tennis
Senior Basketball Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Gym 1 Monday and Wednesday 1-2:30pm
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-11am
Keystone Senior Basketball
Senior men and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active. No food allowed only closed beverage containers
Tuesday and Thursday 10am-12pm
Shoot around and pickup games.
Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles. No registration required. Open play.
Ask about our free senior vitamins age 60 +
Senior Billiards
Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Monday through Friday 7am7pm
No registration required, No time limit or number of players No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers
Friday 7am – 2:30pm
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Ongoing Events
Thursday, November 30, 2023
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9:00 Mommy & Me Swim
1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice
9:00 Morning Water Aerobics 10:00 Morning Mile
1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool
10:00 Classic
2:00-3:30 Home School Swim
10:00 Advanced Tai Chi
4:30 Dandy Line Dancers
Therapy Pool
10:00 German Conversation
7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room
7:00 Pickleball
10:30 Genealogy Club
6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool
Fitness Room
8:45 Circuit
11:00 Bingocize
6:00 Evening Water Aerobics
7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool
9:00 Chair Yoga
11:00 Qigong for Health
7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)
9:00 Blood Pressure Checks
11:00-3:45 Lap Swim
7:00-8:45 Lap Swim
9:15 Aquamix (pool)
12:00 Beginner Tai Chi
FRIDAY
7:00 Pickleball
10:00 Senior Basketball
1:00 Pinochle
8:00 Fit and Toned
10:00 Circuit
9:00 Blood Pressure Checks
10:00 Johnson City String Band
9:00 Doubles Table Tennis
11:00 Scrabble
9:00 Mommy & Me Swim
11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”
9:00 Morning Water Aerobics
11:00-3:45 Lap Swim
10:00 Classic
11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)
10:00 Advanced Tai Chi
11:45 Splash (pool)
11:00-3:45 Lap Swim
1:00 Pencil Drawing
11:00 Bingocize
1:00 Bring Out the Artist in You
7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)
9:00 Morning Water Aerobics
11:00 Qigong for Health
1:00 – 4:00 Adults Only Therapy Pool
THURSDAY
10:30 Qigong
(December 2023) MONDAY
12:00 Beginner Tai Chi 12:30 Hand & Foot Canasta 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Treasure Books/Junk Journals 1:00 Senior Basketball 1:30 Classic 2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 3:00 Line Dance with Martha
1:00 Brain-a-Cise 1:30 Delay the Disease 2:00 Chess Club
1:00 Sewing Group 1:00 Dulcimer Lessons 1:00 Senior Basketball 1:30 Classic 2:00 Dulcimer Practice/Jam Session 3:00-4:00 Lovin Line Dance 4:00-5:45 Open Swim 6:00-7:30 Lap Swim
7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim
2:00-3:30 Home School Swim
7:00am – 11:00pm Adults Only Therapy Pool
6:00 – 7:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool
7:00 Pickleball
6:00 Evening Water Aerobics
8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks
7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:00-8:45 Lap Swim 7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool 7:00 Pickleball 8:45 Circuit 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 9:30 Mahjong
11:00-3:45 Lap Swim 11:30 Advanced Tai Chi 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge(First Friday of each Month) 1:00 Zentangle 4:00-7:30 Open Swim 7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)
Saturday
4:00-5:45 Open Swim
WEDNESDAY
6:00-7:30 Lap Swim
7:00 am — 8:00 pm Billiards Room
10:00 Circuit
7:35-8:45 Lap Swim (Freedom Hall)
Fitness Room
10:00 Senior Basketball
7:00-8:45 Lap Swim
10:00 Senior Chorale
9:00 – 3:30 Adults Only Therapy Pool
11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe”
7:00am to 8:00 pm
7:00am – 7:30pm Adults Only Therapy Pool
9:15 Saturday Splash
11:00-3:45 Lap Swim
Billiards Room
7:00 Pickleball
11:00 Arthritis Class (pool)
10:30-12:45 Lap Swim
Fitness Room
8:00 Fit and Toned
11:45 Splash (pool)
7:00-8:45 Lap Swim
9:00 Blood Pressure Checks
1:00 Rook
7:00am – 11:00pm Adults Only
9:00 Doubles Table Tennis
1:30 Delay the Disease
TUESDAY
9:15 Aquamix (pool)
9:00 am — 4:00 pm Billiards Room Fitness Room
12:45-3:30 Open Swim Pricing and details about aquatic programs are available at the recreation desk.
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Lifelong Learning Brain-a-Cise
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays in December, 10:30am12pm
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays in December, 1-2pm
Exercise for the brain. Join us for trivia in this staff lead program.
Film Series- A Social Focus
Instructor: Dr. J. Catherine Herbert Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Friday December 1st & 15th, 4-7pm
Dr. J. Catherine Herbert will hold discussions on various movies that have transformed our culture. This series will be Dramatic films focusing on real life concerns. We will watch the movie and discuss the impacts on society. Did society change the movies or did the movies transform our society? Please Pre-register.
Genealogy Club
Level 1 French
IN/-OUT anytime during the meeting. Simultaneous ZOOM is used, making our meetings available worldwide. Come! Learn! Discover the many things To prevent “echoing,” Please use about who your ancestors were, their “ear buds” when more than one occupations, spouses, children, the computer is in a room. Sharing and states and countries they came from. show-and-tell are encouraged and Learn how to build a true, confirmed always welcome. For more information, family tree using Ancestry.com and contact Lon Felker at 423-928-2073 or Ancestry DNA, as well as other online free sites. Learn the online and printed at lonsfelker@gmail.com. research resources available. Bring a Beginning French laptop. Please Pre-register. (Ages 18+)
German Conversation Club
(Ages 16+) Wednesdays in December, 10-11:30am Cost: Free
Mondays, (8 week series beginning December 4th – February 5th 11am12pm) Cost: Free Instructor: Lise Spaller
A French class for beginners. Lifelong learning of German Language, Come join us. Please Pre-register. Registration will close December Culture, History, etc. Attendance is 12th. NOT required to participate. DROP-
Healthy Living Nurses News If you have health concerns or questions, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Free Blood Pressure checks and Fasting Blood Sugar checks are available. Call 423434-6235 for more details. Hours are M-TH 9am-2 pm.
Wits Workout ~Brain Fitness
Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT/TSU Extension Agent Cost: FREE (Ages 50+) Monday, December 4, 1-2pm
Join the fun and workout your brain in this interactive program with brain teasers and games aimed at keeping your mind sharp. You’ll love it and your brain will too. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.
Don’t Fall For It!
Speaker: Alyssa Dyer, RRT, Quillen Rehabilitation Hospital Cost: FREE (All Ages) Wednesday, Dec. 13, 11am12pm
Falls tend to increase during the winter months, but there are things you can do to help lower your risk of falling. Alyssa will
discuss some ways to make your home safer, increase your awareness of potential fall hazards and provide tips for improving your balance. Please call 423434-6237 to pre-register.
Type of Arthritis
Speaker: Dr. Shastri, Medical Resident, ETSU Quillen College of Medicine Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, December 14, 1-2pm
“Arthritis” literally means joint inflammation, but there are many different types including osteoarthritis, gout, rheumatoid and psoriatic. Learn about some of the
(Ages 18+) Mondays, (8 week series beginning December 4th – February 5th 11am12pm) Cost: Free
Instructor: Lise Spaller Participants will be immersed in French culture and language. Please Pre-register. Registration will close December 12th.
Level 2 French
(Ages 18+) Mondays, (8 week series beginning December 4th – February 5th 11am12pm) Cost: Free
Instructor: Lise Spaller Participants will be practicing reading and writing in French. Please Preregister. Registration will close December 12th.
most common types, how they differ and how they are treated. Please call 423-434-6237 to preregister.
Be Stroke Smart
Speaker: Dr.Magacha, Medical Resident, ETSU Quillen College of Medicine Cost: FREE (All Ages) Thursday, December 21, 1-2pm
Learn about the different types of stroke, what to watch for, the importance or seeking medical help quickly, prevention, treatment and recovery from strokes. Please preregister by calling 4346237.
COMING IN JANUARY: Hawaii 5-0 Fit
Getting fit has never been so fun! This 5-week program will motivate you to move more, eat healthier and focus on your overall well-being. As we meet our weekly health goals, we will virtually travel across the islands, learning about Hawaii’s beauty, food, culture and Aloha spirit. More details coming, but get ready to get fit Hawaiian style!
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MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL • Elegantly Decorated Dining Room • Fitness Center & Activity Room • Quiet Comfortable Library • Beauty Shop • And Much Much More!!!
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Fitness Fitness Room
Monday through Friday 7am – 8pm (Ages 14+)
Fitness Orientation required for new users to the fitness room No preregistration required to use fitness room Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)
Fit & Toned
Instructor: Kelly Finney Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 18+) Mondays & Wednesdays, 8am
One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.
Classic
Instructor: Deb Fogle Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Mondays & Wednesdays 10am Mondays & Wednesdays 1:30pm
Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living. This class designed to help you become stronger and improve balance.
Tai Chi Advanced
Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am Fridays, 11:30am
Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. This is an advanced Tai Chi class for those already experienced in Tai Chi.
Qigong
Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am Fridays. 10:30am
Qigong is a part of traditional Chinese medicine that includes easy to learn, gentle, flowing movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body and promote relation and mindfulness.
Tai Chi Beginner
Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants). (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12pm
Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors.
Circuit
Instructor: Deb Fogle Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) (Ages 50+) Tuesdays & Fridays, 8:45am Tuesday & Thursday 10am
This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.
Chair Yoga “New”
Instructor: Tricia Korade Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Tuesday 9-10am
Move through seated and
standing yoga postures to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. No part of this class is done on the floor. A chair is used to meet a variety of fitness levels. The class is appropriate for participants of all fitness levels, including those who have never practiced yoga before.
as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. This class requires movement to the floor and back up without assistance. Bring your own mat, yoga blanket, blocks, and yoga straps.
Yoga “Just Breathe”
Group Exercise Guidelines
Join us for a breath of fresh air
Preregistration recommended for the above classes. Class size for Classic and Circuit is 20. Class Size for chair yoga is 15.
Instructor: Dixie Neth Cost: $5/class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am12:30pm
Helping Ensure Quality of Life and Independence At First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability, we are here to help you access the programs you need to take care of yourself as you age.
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FTAAAD Services and Programs COVID-19 Vaccination/Booster Assistance Information and Referral Line Family Caregiver Support Wellness Workshops Congregate and Home-Delivered Meals
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Advocacy for Long-Term-Care Residents In-Home Services for Aging in Place SNAP Application Assistance Senior Transportation Medicare/Health Insurance Counseling
If you have questions on these or other available programs, go to
www.ftaaad.org
or call us at
423.928.3258
Serving Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, Washington Counties
First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (FTAAAD) 3211 North Roan Street Johnson City, TN 37601
No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. This project is funded under a grant contract with the State of Tennessee.
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“I live in TownView so I am able to see the lights from my apartment. It has been an absolute delight for the residents here.” ~ Susan B
Our “Sweet Shop” TownView Tree #92 is located in King Commons Park (near the Johnson City Landmark Sign)
We invite you to come enjoy the spectacular 160 brightly lit and festively decorated Christmas Trees in Downtown King Commons & Founders Parks and to drop in to see our birds eye view! We’re one of the proud sponsors of this FREE family event now through January 8, 2024. Call today to schedule lunch and a private tour TownView 114 West Fairview Ave., Johnson City, TN 37604
423-328-9068 thetownview.com
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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IN-PERSON GRIEF SUPPORT
If you or someone you know needs grief support, please attend one of our support groups. Chelsa Ervin, LCSW
1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month৹ Sponsored by: In Partnership with: ࡶशࡱࡱ pm Everlan Johnson City 2623 Peoples Street Where Healing Begins Johnson City, TN (423) 282-1521 • MorrisBaker.com
Join us for the Holidays!
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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Special Events Calendar - December 2023 SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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6:30 Milligan Christmas Concert
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4 10:00 Volunteer Meeting
9:00 Creative Card Making - Everything Christmas Class A
1:00 Wits Workout
6 12:30 Video - Artists of Italian Renaissance
11 11:30 Musical Voices Christmas Concert
5:45 Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland Outing
3:15 Corn Husk Angel
12:00 Good Friend Woolies
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10:00 Guitar Lessons 12:00 Silk Scarf Class 12:45 Cherokee Caverns Christmas Outing
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11:30 Jewelry Making
10:00 Guitar Lessons
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6-9 Christmas Dance
1:30 Ink & Watercolor 2:00 Creative Card Making - Everything Christmas Class B 3:45 Digital Skills 20
9:00 Tweetsie Trail walk
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14 1:00 Types of Arthritis
4:00 JCSC Seniors on the Go Christmas Reception
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10:00 Country Tonite Christmas in Pigeon Forge Outing
13 11:00 Don’t Fall For It!
9:00 Rooster Front walk
9:00 Try Us Out
2:00 Creative Card Making - Everything Christmas Class A
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9:00 Creative Card Making - Everything Christmas Class B
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11:00 Cross Stitch/ Stitchery Kits
9:00 White Top Park walk
2:00 Discover Your Destination Outing
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1:00 Be Stroke Smart
Center Closed for Christmas
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Center Closed for Christmas
Center Closed for Christmas
Center Closed for Maintenance
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Arts Musical Voices (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Mondays 1- 3pm
Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.
Johnson City String Band Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays 10am–12pm
Come learn and have fun with this welcoming group of amateur musicians. We play a variety of music including gospel, bluegrass and even Irish jigs. For more information, contact John Martin at 423-444-6289.
Treasure Books/Junk Journals Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Mondays 1-3pm
In Monday’s ongoing class we have fun with many different materials and unique tools! Learn the technique of turning an old recycled book into something beautiful! – memory book, diary, journal, etc.
Zentangle
Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Fridays 1-2pm (Will not meet on December 22nd)
Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns, called tangles. The intention is to make the act of drawing pleasurable and meditative. Come and enjoy doodling!
Pencil Drawing Made Easy Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Tuesdays 1-2:30pm
Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Materials will be available or bring your own and take advantage of any instruction needed.
Bring Out the Artist in You Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $5 per class (Ages 18+) Tuesdays 1–3pm
‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project and materials in for expert advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level.
Sewing Group — A Community Service Project Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 1-3:30pm
We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we are making lap quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be available.
Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/ Intermediate Level
Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $10 per lesson (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 1-2pm
Learn to play the Dulcimer with Roxanne! Please bring an instrument that is ready to play. Please pre-register and pay by the Monday before class.
Dulcimer Practice/ Jam Session Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Wednesdays 2-3pm
This is a time to get together and work on your skills and share ideas while enjoying the company of other players.
Senior Chorale
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursdays 10 – 11:30am
Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.
Guitar Lessons
Instructor: Roxanne McDaniel Cost: $25 for the Series (Ages 18+) Second and Third Friday, 10-11am
Would you like to learn to play the guitar or develop your existing skills? Bring your guitar (in playable condition) and join this class. Please pre-register and pay by the Wednesday before class.
Next Step Photography Club Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6-8pm
If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed,
composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you.
Beginner/ Intermediate Fiddle and Mandolin class
Instructor: Rheva Myhre LuckeySmith Cost: $25 for the series (Ages 18+) First and Second Thursday, 1:302:30pm
Do you have a fiddle or mandolin lying around the house? Now is the time to get it out of the case, learn or reacquaint yourself with the basics, and start playing some fun tunes! Either instrument will work for this class, in which we will explore Appalachian melodies as well as accompaniment techniques. Please pre-register and pay by the Tuesday before class.
Video Series – Great Artists of the Italian Renaissance Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: Free (Ages 18+) First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2pm
In this series of lectures we will focus on one of the greatest periods of Art History, covering a time period from about 1400 to about 1520 — the early to the high Renaissance.
See ARTS, Page S15
ARTS From Page S14
Amateur Photography Club
Cost: Free (Ages 18+) 2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30pm
If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!
Cross Stitch/ Stitchery Kits Instructor: Work on
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Cost: $7 (Ages 18+) A — Tuesday, December 5th 9-11am OR Thursday, December 7th 2-4pm B — Tuesday, December 12th 9-11am OR Thursday, December 14th 2-4pm
register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!
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Your Own Cost: Free (Ages 18+) Thursday, December 7th, 11:00am
Come choose a kit that you would like to complete. Kits will be provided with everything you need to make in the convenience of your own home.
Creative Card Making Everything Christmas Parts A and B! Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin
Games
Class A and B are different cards. After all, who doesn’t love to make Christmas cards? This is a make it take class that makes a variety of greeting cards however, this month is all about Christmas. All supplies furnished for 6 cards in each class. Please pre-
Hand & Foot Canasta
with the luck of the draw of tiles. The more the merrier. Dictionaries are provided.
Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how.
Cost: Free (18+) Tuesdays, 2-5pm
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Mondays, 12:30-4:30pm
Bingocize®
(Ages 50+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11am-11:45pm Cost: Free Prizes sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services
Would mixing bingo with physical activity increase your interest in an exercise program? Space is limited, so please pre-register by calling 434-6237.
Chess Club
Open to all skill levels. Come join our group.
Pinochle
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1-5pm
A trick taking card game for four.
Rook
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1-5pm
Scrabble Group
Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us!
Come join this group who loves to test their spelling
Cost: Free (18+) Fridays, 9:30-11:30am
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 11am-1pm
Mahjong
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Good Friend Woolies
Instructor: Gail George Cost: $8 (Ages 18+) Wednesday, December 13th, 12-4pm
Create a unique, cheerful Christmas Mouse, for gift giving or for yourself! 5”7” tall, simple hand sewing, wool with creative accents. This soft, rustic woolie will brighten your home!
Beginners and experienced, come join us for a game of mahjong, a tile based game similar to rummy. If you are wanting to learn someone will be there on the first Friday of the month to teach you.
Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge (Ages 50+) 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, 12:30-4:30pm
If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge. Join the fun!
Bingo
Corn Husk Angel
Instructor: Charlie Hughes Cost: $8 (Ages 18+) Tuesday, December 12th 3:15-5:15pm
Come and enjoy working with this old time craft and create something beautiful for your home this holiday season!
Jewelry Making Class
Instructor: Patty Baker Cost: $10 (Ages 18+) Thursday, December 14th, 11:30am – 1pm
Create a lovely
necklace and earring set in a triple pearl design with attractive spacers.
Ink & Watercolor
Instructor: Edith SeierHelfgott Cost: $3 (Ages 18+) Thursday, December 14th, 1:30-3pm
Learn about the beautiful and special effects which result from the combination of black ink and watercolor on watercolor paper.
Rec programs Tri Cities Dance Club Instructor: Tamarro Taylor Cost: Free All Ages Fridays, 1-3p
Enjoy International Folk Dance in a relaxed social group. All levels welcome and encouraged. No experience or partner required!
Holiday Bread Making Demo Cost: $5/class Ages 16+ Tuesday, December 5, 5:30-7:30p
Register by the Friday before each class online or at MPCC Join us for this fun Bread Making 101! During this series, we will learn a couple different breads that will be perfect for the upcoming holidays!
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, December 18th 1011am
Gift Wrapping Day
Volunteer “Jerry” Phillips will be leading Bingo with prizes.
Come through Memorial Park Community Center and let us wrap your presents!
Cost: Free All Ages Thursday, December 21, 5-7p
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Skilled Nursing
We orient our skilled nursing services around the provision of specialized care for recovery after hospitalization. Our dedicated team helps residents and family members feel at home while receiving individually-focused healthcare.
Rehabilitation Services
Whether you need Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, our therapists are committed to returning residents to the highest possible level of function, independence, and quality of life. Whether recovering from a hip replacement surgery, a stroke, a fall, or any other health condition, residents can benefit from our rehabilitation services.
Health & Wellness
Our energetic staff also focuses on socialization as a vital aspect of creating a home-like environment. We supplement wellness by delivering opportunities for residents to maintain a fulfilled and pleasurable stay. Community involvement ranges from exercise classes, beauty shop visits, and pet therapy, to holiday events, community involvement, and religious services.
Call Today! 423-543-2571
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From Our Family to Yours... Merry Christmas. Thank You
Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Johnson City for voting us Best Assisted Living & Best Retirement Community
Our Assisted Living and Memory Care services come with top-notch amenities. From private apartments to assistance with daily living and housekeeping; it’s all covered in our all-inclusive pricing.
Honoring God Through Service to Seniors
Thank You Johnson City for voting us Best Funeral Home! Three Generations Serving Local Families Don, Richard, and Tyler Tetrick
Pictured are: Back Row: *Bobby Michael, Tyler Tetrick, Greg Harris, Manager, Brian McCasland, *Jennifer Howard Front Row: *Karen Thomas, *Laura Graham, *Richie Doodle, *Wanda Akard (*Non licensed)
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To schedule a tour, please contact Kara Fleenor at (423) 930-9001 or KaraF@DominionJohnsonCity.com
Dance
Line Dance with Martha
(Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) Instructor: Martha Davenport Mondays, 3 – 4:30pm (Ages 12+) Cost: $6 or (Discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible)
For those wanting to brush up their line dance steps or learn new line dances. You will be having so much fun, you won’t even realize that you are exercising! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1:30pm Cost: Free (18+)
Outings Discover Your Destination Teaser!
Animals, music, jugglers, ventriloquists – where in the world?
Coming in January!
Entry-Level 1 Line Dancing (for True Beginners)
Milligan Christmas Concert Saturday, December 2nd Leave MPCC at 6:30pm, return approx. 9:30pm Cost $2 transportation fee Annual Christmas concert presented by Milligan College Music Department. Limited seating, no refunds.
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Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.
Dandy Line Dancers Instructor: Martha Davenport (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays, 4:30-6pm Cost: Free (Ages 12+)
This is a volunteer group, which not only practices during this time frame; they also perform in the community. For the experienced line dancer. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com
Discover Your Destination!
Monday, December 4th Leave MPCC at 2pm, return approx. 11pm Cost: $15 includes your surprise destination, dinner and motor coach transportation
Watch for clues to your destination in November, then hop on the bus for a fun-filled day of surprises. Everyone guessing the correct destination as they prepare to board the bus will be entered in a drawing for a prize. Limited seating, no refunds. Your mystery outing is made possible through a grant from the Tennessee Commission on Aging & Disability. Outing value is $84.
Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland
Cost: $5 Tuesday, December 5th Leave MPCC at 5:45pm, return approx. 8:00pm (Ages 50+)
Enjoy Shadrack’s Christmas light display at the Gray Fairgrounds. Limited seating, no refunds.
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Johnson City Grand Squares 2nd & 4th Fridays 5:30-7:30pm Cost: $6 (All Ages Welcome)
New members welcome. Info. Call 423-612-0527 or 423-361-3152
Lovin’ Line Dance
Instructor: Sue Ayers Wednesdays 3 - 4:30 pm (class starts on first Wednesday of each month) (Ages 18+) Cost: $20/month ($12/month with Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible)
Come join the fun, meet new friends, enjoy a variety of music and expand on your existing line
dance skills! This is generally an IMPROVER level class with some beginner dances also included, so previous line dance step knowledge is strongly recommended. Feel free to email me at pupstergal@yahoo. com. Registration is required before (preferred) or no later than the starting time/day of each month’s class. Registration is required before (preferred) or no later than the starting time/day of each month’s class.
Coming in January!
Entry-Level 1 Line Dancing (for True Beginners)
Country Tonite Christmas Cherokee Caverns in Pigeon Forge Christmas Thursday, December 7th Leave MPCC at 10am, return approx. 7pm Cost: $68 includes ticket to the show, lunch and motor coach transportation
Lunch will be at the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant. Limited seating, no refunds.
Friday, December 8th Leave MPCC at 12:45pm, return approx. 9pm Cost: $25 includes ticket to Cherokee Caverns Christmas and transportation
Christmas lights and Christmas characters light up the caves. There will be an early dinner stop at Corner 16 Restaurant (meal on your own). Limited seating, no refunds.
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Hiking Walkers & Talkers 1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided-tours
White Top Park
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday December 5th, 9:00am
Walk is 3 miles. Meet at White Top Park in Bristol at 9:00am. Please pre-register.
Special Events “Try Us Out”
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Thursday, December 7th 9am
Are you new to the center or want to know more about programs. Plan to attend a “Try Us Out” session. This is an opportunity to meet staff, check out programs and take a tour of the center. New participants will receive a gift. Please stop by the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.
Musical Voices Concert
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Monday, December 11 11:30am
Our Musical Voices singing group will be performing their Christmas Concert for your enjoyment in the senior gathering area. Join us for punch and cookies and enjoy the sounds of Christmas.
Morning Mile
Rooster Front at Steele Creek Park
Meet in the senior lobby for a mile walk around Memorial Park Community Center. Please pre-register.
Approximately 5 miles. Meet in Bristol at the trail parking lot at 8:45. Please pre-register.
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Wednesdays at 10am
Hiking 101
2-5 miles, easy to moderate trails, low or short elevation gain
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday December 12th, 9:00am
Trail. Group will leave the center at 9:00 am. Please pre-register.
Hip Hikers
4-10+ miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier elevation gain
Tweetsie Trail
Cost: Free (Ages 50 +) Tuesday December 19th, 9:00am
Brisk 5-mile walk on the Tweetsie
Have a great winter see you in the spring!!! No transportation will be provided by the center. Dress appropriately for cold weather.
JCSC Seniors on the Go Reception Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Tuesday, December 12th 4-5:30p
Travel friends are invited to a Christmas reception! Whether you’ve traveled with JCSC Seniors on the Go for the past 16 years, or you’re just getting ready for your first trip, please join us. The reception will replace the fourth Tuesday meeting for December. Pre-registration required by December 8!
Christmas Dance
Cost: Free (Ages 50+) Friday December 15th 6-9pm
Featuring Shooter Band, heavy Hors D’ Oeuvres. Come dance the night away! Must pre- register.
Attention Businesses. Reach this active age group each month via the Senior Lifestyles publication distributed in the Johnson City Press and its website. Plus, it is emailed to over 9,000 active seniors. An additional 3,000 are distributed in free locations across Johnson City. If you would like to learn more about the different advertising opportunities in this publication, please contact the Johnson City Press at: (423) 392-1319 or advertising@sixriversmedia.com.
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ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE • Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming • Housekeeping and laundry services • Transportation services • Concierge services • Medication administration by licensed nurses • Disease / medication management • 24-hour licensed nursing and qualified caregivers • Respite Care